Slow-Cooked Sausage Curry with Potatoes and Spinach
A hearty Australian-inspired curry combining savory sausages with tender potatoes and fresh spinach in a rich, spiced tomato sauce. This australian-inspired curry ready in about 65 minutes pairs fresh, roughly chopped spinach, large, finely chopped onion, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 6 pork sausages, sliced into 1-inch pieces sausages
- 3 medium, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes potatoes
- 4 cups fresh, roughly chopped spinach
- 1 large, finely chopped onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp fresh, grated ginger
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 can (14 oz) canned diced tomatoes
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large heavy-based pot over medium heat. Add 1 large finely chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Step 2: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 2 tbsp curry powder and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes to bloom the spices.
- Step 4: Add 6 sliced pork sausages and cook for 5 minutes, turning occasionally until they start to brown.
- Step 5: Stir in 3 diced medium potatoes, 1 can (14 oz) canned diced tomatoes, 1 cup coconut milk, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 cup water.
- Step 6: Bring the mixture to a simmer, cover with a lid, and reduce heat to low. Cook gently for 35-40 minutes until the potatoes are tender and the sauce thickens.
- Step 7: Add 4 cups roughly chopped fresh spinach, stirring through until wilted, about 3 minutes.
- Step 8: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then serve hot with steamed rice or crusty bread.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Cooked Sausage Curry with Potatoes and Spinach take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (15 min prep + 50 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Slow-Cooked Sausage Curry with Potatoes and Spinach?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep large, finely chopped onion from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Sausage Curry with Potatoes and Spinach?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Slow-Cooked Sausage Curry with Potatoes and Spinach for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Slow-Cooked Sausage Curry with Potatoes and Spinach?
Australian curry like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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